NFL Hall of Famer John Madden died Tuesday at the age of 85. Well, Kenny Chesney, who considered Madden a friend, took to social media to pay tribute to him. “So long to my good friend John Madden. He was such a big part of the “Boys of Fall” film,” he wrote, referring to the 2011 high school football doc Kenny produced. “We became friends after his interview, and he’ll be missed by everyone that loves the game of football.” He added, “Thank you, John, for your time and for listening to my song and bringing so many people together on a Sunday afternoon. Rest In Peace, my friend.”

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